Civil Engineer

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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and Mac Arthur Genius Fellows.

A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

This position supports Facilities Planning by performing activities necessary to define and document requirements for capital improvements across all land managed by Florida International University (FIU). Responsibilities include participation in campus master planning, capital improvement planning, preparation of building programs, and analysis of existing campus and building sites to support long‑term campus development goals. Additional duties include mapping and recording site information, as well as documenting and maintaining accurate records of underground utilities and other infrastructure assets.

• Plans and reviews designs of civil engineering projects related to campus buildings, roadways, drainage systems, utilities, and site development. Exercises considerable independent judgment in applying principles and practices of planning, design, and construction, as well as related engineering knowledge, to ensure effective project execution.
• Provides in‑house technical expertise by assisting peers and University departments in evaluating alternative design and construction solutions, and by reviewing plans and specifications prepared by external consultants. Manages and maintains maps, diagrams, and spatial data related to university master planning initiatives. Responsibilities include updating and maintaining campus maps and records for all land managed by Florida International University (FIU).
• Reviews design documents, construction drawings, and specifications to ensure feasibility and compliance with applicable standards and codes. Prepares and/or reviews cost estimates, engineering calculations, and project schedules to support sound decision‑making during project development.
• Maintains extensive internal and external communication with university departments, architects, engineers, public officials, and regulatory agencies involved in the planning and development of University facilities.
• Conducts site inspections and reviews construction activities to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and safety standards. Evaluates existing infrastructure conditions and provides recommendations for maintenance, rehabilitation, or improvement strategies.
• Assists consultants and University officials in the planning and development of complex construction projects. Collaborates with engineering consultants, surveyors, and testing laboratories to support project delivery.
• Schedules, attends, and prepares reports for meetings involving consultants, contractors, and University representatives, ensuring clear documentation and follow‑up on project actions.
• Schedules and coordinates meetings with consultants, contractors, and sub‑contractors. Facilitates communication and coordination among internal departments, architects, consultants, and external agencies to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
• Reviews projects for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental, safety, and accessibility requirements.
• Participates in campus master planning initiatives and supports sustainability projects across University facilities.
• Initiates approvals with the appropriate University organizations for…